Process Research Director jobs in Kansas City, KS

Process Research Director manages the design and implementation of manufacturing processes. Researches and develops methods to increase productivity, decrease costs, maintain quality and consistency in current products, and discover new products. Being a Process Research Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a top management. The Process Research Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Process Research Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director, Research Development Office
  • University of Kansas Medical Center
  • Kansas, KS FULL_TIME
  • Department:
    RI Strategic Initiatives
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    Research Administration Strategic Initiatives

    Position Title:
    Director, Research Development Office

    Job Family Group:
    Professional Staff

    Job Description Summary:
    The director of the research development office (RDO) leads the RDO, overseeing activities related to increasing the University of Kansas Medical Center's research productivity and impact, including large and complex extramural funding proposals, training grants, faculty development, and cross-campus collaborations. The director regularly engages with other leaders to strategically advance the research enterprise at KUMC. The director oversees day-to-day operations of the RDO including managing staff and staff capacity, developing, and implementing procedures, workshops, and best practices for research development, collaborating, and engaging with other offices and KUMC colleagues to coordinate research development services and support for the campus and ensure communication to the KUMC campus community regarding support available, policies and procedures, and other critical and helpful information.

    Job Description:
    Required Qualification

    Education and Certifications: Master's degree in a relevant field.

    Work Experience:
    5 - 7 years of experience in research development, grant proposal development/writing, and securing external funding in an academic or research institution.

    Project Management experience.

    Preferred Qualification

    Education: Ph.D. in a relevant field

    Work Experience:
    Experience working in an academic medical setting.

    Experience conducting research development training or workshops.

    Experience in orchestrating large and complex proposal development projects.

    Experience effectively managing people and teams.

    Proficiency in research management systems, grant management software, and data analytics tools.

    Skills:
    Excellent leadership and team management abilities, with the capacity to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.

    Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders and influence outcomes.

    Demonstrated strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities, with a track record of making sound decisions.

    In-depth knowledge of research funding agencies, grant programs, and the grant application process.

    Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

    Demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders, including researchers, faculty, funding agencies, and industry partners.

    Job Duties

    Develop and implement a strategic vision for the office that aligns with the university's goals and objectives.

    Lead and manage a team of research development professionals, providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship to support their professional growth and success.

    Collaborate with KUMC leadership, faculty, and schools to advance research priorities and areas of potential growth.

    Support efforts to secure external research funding through large and complex proposal development, partnerships, and collaborations.

    Provide guidance and support to researchers in developing high-quality grant proposals, ensuring alignment with funding agency requirements.

    Foster interdisciplinary collaboration and networking opportunities to facilitate innovative and impactful research.

    Stay abreast of emerging trends, funding opportunities, and policies in the research landscape, providing regular updates and recommendations to university leadership.

    Build and maintain strong relationships with government relations, funding agencies, industry partners, and other stakeholders to enhance research opportunities and support.

    Facilitate research partnerships and collaborations both within the university and with external organizations, fostering a culture of knowledge exchange and innovation.

    Curate and deliver (when existing) or develop and deliver (when specialization required) research development programs and workshops, for example: grant writing, funding identification, proposal development project management.

    Oversee the tracking and reporting of outputs, outcomes, and impact.

    Required Documents:
    Resume/CV

    Cover Letter

    If selected as a final candidate for this position, you may be required to complete the Association of American of Universities Representations and Warranties document and sign a release of records that will allow the University of Kansas Medical Center to conduct a further background check with former employers. A copy of the Representations and Warranties document can be found here .

    Comprehensive Benefits Package:
    Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus nine paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

    Employee Type:
    Regular

    Time Type:
    Full time

    Rate Type:
    Salary

    Compensation Statement:
    The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.

    Pay Range:
    $96,000.00 - $152,000.00
    Minimum
    $96,000.00
    Midpoint
    $124,000.00
    Maximum
    $152,000.00

    Application Instructions:
    To learn more and apply online, please visit https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/kumc-jobs/job/Kansas-City-Metro-Area/Director--Research-Development-Office_JR005796 or go to https://careers.kumc.edu/ and search for position number JR005796.

    Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered.

    About KU Medical Center:
    The University of Kansas Medical Centers mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at www.kumc.edu .

    Benefits:
    KUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being. For more information, please visit https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

    KU is an EO/AAE. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information or protected Veteran status. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination

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Director of Research and Development
  • SOR INC
  • Lenexa, KS OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: Lenexa, KS Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $170,000.00 - $190,000.00 DescriptionJob Title: Director, Research & Development Department: Engineering Reports to: Vice Pr...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Assistant Director of Research Administration Financial Reporting
  • University of Kansas Medical Center
  • Kansas City, KS FULL_TIME
  • Assistant Director of Research Administration Financial Reporting Department: RI Finance - Controller's Office Position Title: Assistant Director of Research Administration Financial Reporting Job Fam...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Associate Director for Research Administration Fiscal Operations
  • University of Kansas Medical Center
  • Kansas, KS FULL_TIME
  • Department: RI Finance ----- Finance Position Title: Associate Director for Research Administration Fiscal Operations Job Family Group: Professional Staff Job Description Summary: Reports directly to ...
  • 23 Days Ago

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PRN Overnight Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Research - 7p-7a
  • Dr. Vince Clinical Research
  • Overland Park, KS PART_TIME
  • POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinical Research Nurse is responsible for ensuring the well-being of study volunteers and the performance of clinical operations as they pertain to a protocol.SHIFT:PRN Shifts a...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Executive Director for Translation and Research Operations - Economic Development and Community Engagement
  • Pittsburg State University Career Site Minimal
  • Pittsburg, KS FULL_TIME
  • The office of Economic Development & Community Engagement at Pittsburg State University is searching for an Executive Director for Translation and Research Operations. The primary function of the Exec...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Market Development Specialist
  • Brightergy
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Title: Inside Sales Role that isn’t for everyone, and that’s okay Business Unit: Sales, MidWest Position: Market Develop...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Director of Radiology
  • The University Of Kansas Hospital
  • Kansas City, KS
  • Position Title Senior Director of Radiology Bell Hospital Position Summary / Career Interest: The Senior Director of Rad...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director- Mechanical Construction Operations
  • U.S. Engineering
  • Kansas City, MO
  • U.S. Engineering has been an industry leader since 1893. How? Constant innovation and a willingness to evolve. The const...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Assistant
  • Jewish Vocational Service Of Kansas City
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Jewish Vocational Service (JVS) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 1949 to welcome Holocaust survivors and r...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Marketing Account Manager - Collegiate Licenses
  • Mano's Wine
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Job Description Job Description Marketing Account Coordinator – Collegiate Licenses The ideal candidate will: Work close...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Research - The Ward Family Heart Center (Cardiology)
  • Children's Mercy KC
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!: Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassio...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Scientist PhD
  • Children's Mercy KC
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!: Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassio...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Research Development
  • Allied Onesource
  • Lenexa, KS
  • The director of R&D will spearhead the Research and Development initiatives and projects for the company, they will mana...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

Kansas City is the third-largest city in the State of Kansas, the county seat of Wyandotte County, and the third-largest city of the Kansas City metropolitan area. Kansas City, Kansas is abbreviated as "KCK" to differentiate it from Kansas City, Missouri, after which it is named. It is part of a consolidated city-county government known as the "Unified Government". Wyandotte County also includes the independent cities of Bonner Springs and Edwardsville. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 145,786 residents. It is situated at Kaw Point, which is the junction of the Missouri an...
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